Introduction At a time when much of the global economy is grappling with slowing demand, persistent inflation, and geopolitical strain, several economies across the Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan have delivered an unexpected surprise. Recent data shows that economic growth in key MENA countries and Pakistan has exceeded earlier projections, signaling a sharper rebound […]
Japan has officially entered a new era.For the first time in the nation’s history, a woman — Sanae Takaichi — has taken office as prime minister, shattering a political ceiling that stood unbroken for more than a century. Her rise marks one of the most defining shifts in Japanese politics in decades. It signals not
Introduction Tensions along the Pakistan–Afghanistan border have once again pushed Islamabad and Kabul into a fragile diplomatic moment, as Pakistan signals that any meaningful ceasefire will depend on the Taliban’s ability—and willingness—to rein in militant attacks launched from Afghan territory. The message reflects growing frustration in Pakistan’s security establishment over what it sees as unchecked
A renewed effort to strengthen cooperation across Central Asia took shape in the Fergana Valley as regional leaders, diplomats, and policy experts convened for the Fergana Peace Forum. The gathering brought together voices from across the region to address shared security concerns, economic integration, and long-standing political challenges that transcend national borders. The forum arrives
A Fragile Calm in Gaza: Why the Ceasefire Is Holding — and Why It May Not Last Introduction A tense calm has settled over Gaza following a hard-won ceasefire that halted weeks of intense fighting between Israel and Hamas. Airstrikes have stopped, rocket fire has fallen silent, and border areas that had been under constant
Diplomatic efforts underway to de-escalate border crisis between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Pakistani and Afghan officials have initiated diplomatic discussions in Qatar to alleviate escalating tensions following a series of cross-border clashes. The talks come after a brief 48-hour ceasefire collapsed, leading to renewed hostilities and Pakistani airstrikes in Afghan border areas. These strikes reportedly targeted
INTRODUCTION As the war between Russia and Ukraine stretches deeper into its third year, a decisive shift is taking place far from the front lines. Across Ukrainian society, faith in assurances coming from the Kremlin has eroded to near zero, replaced by hardened skepticism shaped by years of broken commitments, battlefield realities, and mounting civilian